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Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14227.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

King Bedroom 1, TV, Ensuite, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2, TV, Ensuite, 3rd Floor

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom 1, TV, 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 2, TV, 3rd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 3, TV, Ensuite Half Bath, 3rd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bunk Bedroom, TV, 3rd Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall Bath, 3rd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

King Bathroom 1, Ensuite, Dual Sinks, 2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

King Bathroom 2, Ensuite, Dual Sinks, 3rd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Queen Ensuite Half Bath, 3rd Floor

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Playing Hooky by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
513 Loquat Drive, Anna Maria, FL 34216

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! North End Canal Home! 1 Block to Bay!
6 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
2 Kings, 3 Queens, 2 Sets of Twin over Twin Bunkbeds
Private Heated Pool & Spa
Pool Loungers & Umbrella
Poolside Covered Lounge with Patio Seating
Outdoor Shower
Gas Grill
Summer Kitchen with Mini Fridge & Outdoor Bar with Seating for Six
Outdoor Patio Dining for 10
Game Room Lounge with TV, Foosball, Ping Pong, Arcade Game, Shuffleboard Game
Keurig & Drip Coffee Maker
Ice Machine
Dock Access (on Canal)
Boat Dock (Up to 50 ft) * lift unavailable for guest use *
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer
Complimentary WIFI
Dog Friendly (with fee - see notes below)
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs & Beach Wagon
Parking for 5 Cars

Details:

It's time to Play Hooky! Our six bedroom vacation home is located on the north end of Anna Maria a block from Tampa Bay! Enjoy the dock overlooking the canal while living the island life.

The main living level on the second floor features gorgeous canal views and includes the kitchen, living and dining area. A table for 10 and counter and bar seating ensures everyone has a seat at the table. Step outside through the patio doors from the living room and dine al fresco. With seating for 20 at the table and bar, relax and enjoy the view of boats and sea birds.

Two of the six bedrooms are on the main living level and include a master with king bed and en-suite bathroom and a queen bedroom. The third floor features a second king master with en-suite bathrooms, two queen bedrooms, one which includes an en-suite half bathroom and the final guest room with two sets of twin over twin bunkbeds. Each bedroom includes a TV, and crisp linens and plush towels from our professional linen company.

Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a full-sized washer and dryer.

A sparkling, heated pool is one of the highlights of backyard and is complete with pool loungers, umbrella, outdoor shower and grill. A patio dining set features room for 6. The poolside lounge area offers covered seating to enjoy some time out of the sun.

Spend the day in the sun and enjoy the outstanding water views. Playing Hooky is located on one of Anna Maria's canals which lead to Tampa Bay. The dock is available for your boat.

Step into the game room and enjoy ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard and an arcade game. Relax in the lounge furniture and enjoy the large screen TV.

Playing Hooky is dog friendly with a pet fee of $150 plus tax per dog. If you have added a pet to your reservation, the fee including tax ($168) has been included in your total.

Playing Hooky is easy walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Catch the free island trolley, which travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches. The perfect location for your next beach vacation!

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property. The maximum occupancy is 14.

Bedroom 1: King bed with ensuite bathroom and TV on Floor 2
Bedroom 2: Queen bed with TV on Floor 2
Bedroom 3: King bed with ensuite bathroom and TV on Floor 3
Bedroom 4: Queen Bed with ensuite half bathroom on Floor 3
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed with TV on Floor 3
Bedroom 6: Two sets of Twin over Twin Bunk Beds with TV on Floor 3

Please note:
The boat lift is not available for guest use.
Amenities are subject to change.

DISCLAIMER: Depth of the canals and channels vary depending on tides, weather, and other circumstances beyond our control. At times this can result in a water level that is too low to support watercraft. It is the responsibility of the guest to review forecasts and make alternate arrangements for watercraft as necessary.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider AMI Paddleboard Adventures, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria City Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Island Players - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playing Hooky: On Canal, Dock, Pool & Spa, Game Room by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?

This family-friendly Anna Maria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Boulevard Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Historic Green Village and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeanine h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

We had an amazing time in Anna Maria Island. House fit 9 adults very comfortably. Pool and hot tub were fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We had a great time staying at this property. The house was spacious and allowed us to have our own space. Our favorite part was the pool and the hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri T.

Incredible Vacation on AMI with everything we needed

We had a wonderful time staying at "Playing Hooky" - it had plenty of space for our large extended family and everything we needed to get the most out of trip to AMI. We enjoyed swimming in the pool, launching our paddle boards from the canal to the bay, and playing in the game room. We saw dolphin and manatees right from the pool deck!

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The location of this space was perfect! As advertised and more it was set up for the entire family no matter what age. We had one minor issues which was addressed right away, even the construction next door couldn’t ruin this trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spring Break

We had a wonderful time, the house worked beautifully for the 3 generations of our family. We were able to walk almost everywhere except the grocery store. The beach, shopping, and restaurants were very convenient. Our grandkids loved playing in the pool while the adults enjoyed the sunshine.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

brooke l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time! Property was exactly as advertised! Great location.

Great rental! Property management was great, we had one issue with the spa and they were right out to get everything working! Home was just as advertised! Had all the extras, no need to bring beach towels, chairs or beach stuff, they had everything we could need! Game room was a plus with a house full of teens! We were very please with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Dayton, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

We had a great time staying in this beautiful house! The open floor plan for the kitchen and family room was wonderful! We loved relaxing in the pool on the hot days of August. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware, dishes and glasses. The outside ice machine for all our drinks and beach toys were great too! Thank you for a wonderful vacation at your beach house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

513 Loquat - Playing Hooky

The house was amazing, it was clean and well appointed. Guest services was very accommodating and communicative. My only complaint was those darn alarms on the back doors - not all of the bypass buttons on the sliding doors worked when coming IN to the house. Also, the bathroom toiletry sets did not include lotion or liquid body wash when we arrived. I noticed that when we asked for a clean set of sheets to be dropped off, you included a bag with fresh toiletries, which did have the liquid body wash and lotion.

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility on the canal❤️

We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful family home. The place was so comfortable and the kitchen was wonderful. The backyard was an island oasis! The pool was warm for the little ones and the adults who love to walk right in! The location was perfect on a quiet block and convenient for walking everywhere. They are building a home next door but the workers were quiet and respectful. We couldn’t even hear or see them when out at the pool. The staff responded promptly to a few items we inquired about. The towels were fresh and the home had everything we needed but we would probably buy a few more board and card games for the place. We are grateful for our family time at playing hooky and we look forward to returning to AMI!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Jill T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not worth what we paid

To start w the positives, great location, nice quiet street, close to everything. When we first arrived we were setting off alarms left and right. Wasn’t told about the alarms. If you leave the door open for more than 10 seconds an alarm goes off. Takes a couple days to figure out. I specifically sent a message prior to stay. I wanted to make sure there was very clean bedding. In my room the bedding was not clean. Stains on the pillowcases. My kids claimed they smelled body scent in their bed. The floors were so dirty my kids feet were black and socks full of dog hair. Forgot to mention the piles of dog waste by the steps where you walk in to house up the stairs. The kitchen appliances had finger marks all over them. I called and they had a cleaning crew come out to take care of. The cleaning crew told me they couldn’t believe how dirty it was. The counters were greasy and shmeary. No swim toys noodles or anything for beach. We had to buy our own. We left them there for next family. Anything we saw was locked up in garage. We had no access. Also the game room on first level has no inside access to house. God forbid if it’s raining. You have to go outside to get back in. For what I paid for this rental, none of this should have happened. Also fyi the deck and area around pool will burn your feet. Wear flip flops.They offered cleaning fee back. They should have offered much more hence the bad (but honest) review. Will never use this co again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

Wonderful property on the water in nice quiet neighborhood. Great for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Retreat

This property was perfect! Enough beds, activity, dock, pool....way too much fun to be had here!! Walking distance to beaches, restaurants and shops. It was great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staycation

This property, with heated pool, game room, and canal for fishing……made a perfect location for our annual vacation!!! Walking distance to the beach! Also rented a cart to travel around the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

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Family-owned and operated, Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offers everything you are looking for in an Anna Maria Island vacation rental company – exceptional properties and quality service with a personal touch. Whether it's a family vacation or a romantic getaway, AMLVR has something for everyone. From beachfront to bayside, you can choose from a quaint one-bedroom cottage, a waterfront condo with stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico, or a luxury six-bedroom pool home. AMLVR's vacation rentals offer authentic island living in paradise!

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